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I currently teach IGCSE Biology, Chemistry and Physics. Also A level Biology. The resources I produce for my lessons are carefully planned and I try to involve a lot of self-learning to allow students to develop these important skills needed for further education.

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I currently teach IGCSE Biology, Chemistry and Physics. Also A level Biology. The resources I produce for my lessons are carefully planned and I try to involve a lot of self-learning to allow students to develop these important skills needed for further education.
Edexcel  Topic 5 Ecosystems, Productivity and Succession
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Edexcel Topic 5 Ecosystems, Productivity and Succession

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A series of 4 lessons covering the following points: GPP = NPP + R Calculating net primary productivity Calculating the effficiency of biomass and energy transfers between trophic levels Terminology Biotic and abiotic factors Concept of niche Stages of succession PPT include many tasks for students to promote independent thinking and learning plus exam style questions and answers.
The Cell Cycle and Mitosis
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The Cell Cycle and Mitosis

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A series of three lessons which focuses on A level content from Edexcel Specification but can be applied to other specifications. Content includes Understanding what a chromatid is and how it forms The cell cycle and what occurs at each stage Control of the cell cycle The stages of mitosis Cytokinesis Cell division in both animal and plant cells Mitotic index
Fast and Slow Twitch Muscle Fibres
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Fast and Slow Twitch Muscle Fibres

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A PPT with information regarding the 2 types of fibres. Students collect information about the fibres from around the room (included in PPT) and complete a table stating the differences. They can then use their knowledge to predict the types of fibres found in different animal muscles. There is an exam question and mark scheme to determine understanding of subject material. I have included the lesson plan I provided when I was observed so feel free to tweak it to suit your group.
Evolutionary Race between pathogens and humans
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Evolutionary Race between pathogens and humans

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A power point presentation introducing the concept that pathogens are constantly evolving against treatments we have. Students discuss how HIV and TB have managed to evade detection by the immune system Article about people who have protection against the HIV virus (CCR5 gene) with questions. Exam questions
A2 Genetically Modified Organisms + A level questions/answers
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A2 Genetically Modified Organisms + A level questions/answers

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This PPT links to the Edexcel A2 course - describe how drugs can be produced using genetically modified organisms. It also links to risks and benefits associated with the use of genetically modified organisms. The PPT is a complete lesson with short tasks which generate discussions regarding this ethical issue. I have included the uses of the enzymes they need to know. There are A level past paper questions to test knowledge plus a fun quick quiz at end of PPT.
Adenosine Triphosphate (ATP)
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Adenosine Triphosphate (ATP)

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A lesson introducing the reactions for the build up and break down of ATP in cells including its uses and why it is the universal energy currency of a cell. I have also included 3 exam questions to test students knowledge. Mark scheme included.
Antibiotics and Antibiotic Resistance (A level)
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Antibiotics and Antibiotic Resistance (A level)

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Tow power point lessons which look at the action of antibiotics on bacteria - bacteriostatic and bactericidal. Also, how natural selection has made certain bacteria resistant to antibiotics and why this has occurred. There are activities for the students to promote active learning plus video resources and questions.
IAL Mammalian Transport Systems
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IAL Mammalian Transport Systems

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A series of lessons which support the Pearson textbook for the international AS level (edexcel). These resources are also useful for online lessons to aid student’s understanding at home. Covered in these lessons: The need for a circulatory system The importance of surface area to volume ratio The advantage of a double circulatory system The structure and function of blood The role of platelets in blood clotting The role of haemoglobin in transport of oxygen and carbon dioxide The structure of the heart and the cardiac cycle Atherosclerosis I have included different activities, some individual and some which could be within a group or with a partner. Plus exam questions and tasks to check understanding.
A Level Biology - Forensics Activity
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A Level Biology - Forensics Activity

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Learning Objectives: Understand how to determine the time of death of a mammal by examining the extent of decomposition, stage of succession, forensic entomology, body temperature and degree of muscle contraction. You will need internet access This is an interactive forensics activity. It begins with a body that has been found within a field. Students use their knowledge of forensics plus the information provided on the site to determine the time of death. There is no correct time here but hopefully students will be able to justify their answer. Students are able to study entomology results, rigor mortis, body temperature, digestive contents, blood results plus other facts such as clothing and exercise. Students will need a copy of the police report to complete and graph paper. Students will be given a link to access the task. You do not need to provide an email address or have a google account to access the material. The task can be completed on laptops, tablets and mobile phones.so they can be set as homework or used in cover lessons.
A Level Edexcel Biology: Unit 4 Focused Exam Questions
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A Level Edexcel Biology: Unit 4 Focused Exam Questions

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2 A3 PDF worsheets which a range of exam questions covering the topics in the unit Energy, Environment, Microbiology and Immunity. There are many variations of how students could be examined on topics from unit 4. Students can produce model answers in preparation for the exam. I have provided questions on the following topic areas: Photosynthesis - light dependent reaction; Light independent reaction; assimilation of products from photosynthesis; Chloroplast structure; Ecology; decomposition; forensic science; DNA profiling and electrophoresis; succession; aseptic technique; climate change; speciation and evolution; structure of bacteria and viruses; immune response; immunity and vaccination; carbon cycle. Perfect for Retrieval Practice in preparation for the exams. My students wrote a model answer for each question on flash cards
How do Antibiotics work?
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How do Antibiotics work?

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A PowerPoint which explains the difference between bacteriostatic and bacteriocidal antibiotics. It includes simple activities of students collecting information from cards around the room. There is also an exam question to check knowledge. Brief video explaining the difference and then students collect information from cards and internet